Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

In a survey, Russians have appreciated Soviet Communist system. It appears that the 'distant' always looks better.

http://rbth.ru/news/2013/10/12/about_60_percent_of_russians_see_communism_as_good_system_-_poll_30755.html

Or the past always looks better as some of us think that even the British period was better than the present political scenario in India.

You are right I also think that past was better. Koi Lota de mere bitey huae din

Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

They have mixed up communism so much with dictatorship that no one can claim he knows it fully well. Besides there are so many branches of this straight forward ISM which said 'For people' that one finds it hard to understand.

Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

In fact, Marxism is not a dogma but is a guide to action. You need to apply this to current situation. The essence is freedom from exploitation. As one member remarked, Communism is associated with dictatorship. Actually this led to concept of 'democratic socialism' or 'socialistic pattern of society'. of Dr. Lohia and Pt Nehru. It may be recalled however that communists have not destroyed or replaced democracy anywhere. The Soviet Union may not be democratic according to western concept but compare that to Czarist Russia which they replaced. Definitely Soviet Union was more democratic than preceding Czarist rule. The communists in parliamentary democracies participate in democratic process.

CPI(M) and CPI(ML) may have deviated from some principles or they could have their own interpretation but they are definitely Communist. The best course for communists in India is to disband all groups and form one party only. Policies could be decided on basis of Leninist principle of democratic centralism- which implies discuss everything frankly inside and when a decision is taken by majority, accept this. It is learnt that Jyoti Basu and Harkishan singh surjit favored acceptance of proposal to make Jyoti Basu P.M. but majority in Politburo refused. Hence Jyoti Basu was not made P.M. This shows how democratic is the system in CPI(M) when even general secretary and Jyoti Basu readily accepted the majority view. This is so unlike personality cult in other parties.

Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

In fact, Marxism is not a dogma but is a guide to action. You need to apply this to current situation. The essence is freedom from exploitation. As one member remarked, Communism is associated with dictatorship. Actually this led to concept of 'democratic socialism' or 'socialistic pattern of society'. of Dr. Lohia and Pt Nehru. It may be recalled however that communists have not destroyed or replaced democracy anywhere. The Soviet Union may not be democratic according to western concept but compare that to Czarist Russia which they replaced. Definitely Soviet Union was more democratic than preceding Czarist rule. The communists in parliamentary democracies participate in democratic process.

CPI(M) and CPI(ML) may have deviated from some principles or they could have their own interpretation but they are definitely Communist. The best course for communists in India is to disband all groups and form one party only. Policies could be decided on basis of Leninist principle of democratic centralism- which implies discuss everything frankly inside and when a decision is taken by majority, accept this. It is learnt that Jyoti Basu and Harkishan singh surjit favored acceptance of proposal to make Jyoti Basu P.M. but majority in Politburo refused. Hence Jyoti Basu was not made P.M. This shows how democratic is the system in CPI(M) when even general secretary and Jyoti Basu readily accepted the majority view. This is so unlike personality cult in other parties.

I must agree, "Personality cult is not present" in communism. This is the most heartening part of it. You gave a lucid explanation.

Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

In fact, Marxism is not a dogma but is a guide to action. You need to apply this to current situation. The essence is freedom from exploitation. As one member remarked, Communism is associated with dictatorship. Actually this led to concept of 'democratic socialism' or 'socialistic pattern of society'. of Dr. Lohia and Pt Nehru. It may be recalled however that communists have not destroyed or replaced democracy anywhere. The Soviet Union may not be democratic according to western concept but compare that to Czarist Russia which they replaced. Definitely Soviet Union was more democratic than preceding Czarist rule. The communists in parliamentary democracies participate in democratic process.

CPI(M) and CPI(ML) may have deviated from some principles or they could have their own interpretation but they are definitely Communist. The best course for communists in India is to disband all groups and form one party only. Policies could be decided on basis of Leninist principle of democratic centralism- which implies discuss everything frankly inside and when a decision is taken by majority, accept this. It is learnt that Jyoti Basu and Harkishan singh surjit favored acceptance of proposal to make Jyoti Basu P.M. but majority in Politburo refused. Hence Jyoti Basu was not made P.M. This shows how democratic is the system in CPI(M) when even general secretary and Jyoti Basu readily accepted the majority view. This is so unlike personality cult in other parties.

I must agree, "Personality cult is not present" in communism. This is the most heartening part of it. You gave a lucid explanation.

Actually personality cult is not in Indian communist. But this is in other countries. In Cuba, there is personality cult of Castro. When Castro fell sick, his brother took over. Similarly in North Korea, there is too much personality cult and even dynastic politics. There was personality cult in soviet Union when Stalin was leader. This was in China also during Mao's leadership. Actually, this is a trait that needs be checked. There can be strength and weakness everywhere.

Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

In fact, Marxism is not a dogma but is a guide to action. You need to apply this to current situation. The essence is freedom from exploitation. As one member remarked, Communism is associated with dictatorship. Actually this led to concept of 'democratic socialism' or 'socialistic pattern of society'. of Dr. Lohia and Pt Nehru. It may be recalled however that communists have not destroyed or replaced democracy anywhere. The Soviet Union may not be democratic according to western concept but compare that to Czarist Russia which they replaced. Definitely Soviet Union was more democratic than preceding Czarist rule. The communists in parliamentary democracies participate in democratic process.

CPI(M) and CPI(ML) may have deviated from some principles or they could have their own interpretation but they are definitely Communist. The best course for communists in India is to disband all groups and form one party only. Policies could be decided on basis of Leninist principle of democratic centralism- which implies discuss everything frankly inside and when a decision is taken by majority, accept this. It is learnt that Jyoti Basu and Harkishan singh surjit favored acceptance of proposal to make Jyoti Basu P.M. but majority in Politburo refused. Hence Jyoti Basu was not made P.M. This shows how democratic is the system in CPI(M) when even general secretary and Jyoti Basu readily accepted the majority view. This is so unlike personality cult in other parties.

I must agree, "Personality cult is not present" in communism. This is the most heartening part of it. You gave a lucid explanation.

Actually personality cult is not in Indian communist. But this is in other countries. In Cuba, there is personality cult of Castro. When Castro fell sick, his brother took over. Similarly in North Korea, there is too much personality cult and even dynastic politics. There was personality cult in soviet Union when Stalin was leader. This was in China also during Mao's leadership. Actually, this is a trait that needs be checked. There can be strength and weakness everywhere.

With all said and done, you have thrown light on a domain about which I have a scanty idea. Only thing I know is personality cult is wrong.

Actually communism is grossly misinterpreted. In fact the proletariat is that class in society which lives entirely from the sale of its labor and does not draw profit from any kind of capital, The life and death, whose sole existence depends on the demand for labor is what communism is.
The machines, which were very expensive and hence could be bought only by big capitalists, altered the whole mode of production and displaced the former workers, That's how Marx thought of communism. Which all was converted to a self styled communism in later stages that made all the difference.

Factions and divisions based on power mongering , self styled communists disfigured the very concept of Communism. These groups even brought the word "Communalism" in to Communism, which was not in the Communism. Purists say, the present Communism is not Communism.

It is very easy to mold any ISM according to rules of the time, communism a poor favoring way was ruined by power hungry politicians. They changed the very meaning of it.

Many connoisseurs dismiss the factions CPI (M),and CPI(ML) are no way connected with Original Communism of Marx and Engels. Any how I have a scanty knowledge about these ISM s.

In fact, Marxism is not a dogma but is a guide to action. You need to apply this to current situation. The essence is freedom from exploitation. As one member remarked, Communism is associated with dictatorship. Actually this led to concept of 'democratic socialism' or 'socialistic pattern of society'. of Dr. Lohia and Pt Nehru. It may be recalled however that communists have not destroyed or replaced democracy anywhere. The Soviet Union may not be democratic according to western concept but compare that to Czarist Russia which they replaced. Definitely Soviet Union was more democratic than preceding Czarist rule. The communists in parliamentary democracies participate in democratic process.

CPI(M) and CPI(ML) may have deviated from some principles or they could have their own interpretation but they are definitely Communist. The best course for communists in India is to disband all groups and form one party only. Policies could be decided on basis of Leninist principle of democratic centralism- which implies discuss everything frankly inside and when a decision is taken by majority, accept this. It is learnt that Jyoti Basu and Harkishan singh surjit favored acceptance of proposal to make Jyoti Basu P.M. but majority in Politburo refused. Hence Jyoti Basu was not made P.M. This shows how democratic is the system in CPI(M) when even general secretary and Jyoti Basu readily accepted the majority view. This is so unlike personality cult in other parties.

I must agree, "Personality cult is not present" in communism. This is the most heartening part of it. You gave a lucid explanation.

Actually personality cult is not in Indian communist. But this is in other countries. In Cuba, there is personality cult of Castro. When Castro fell sick, his brother took over. Similarly in North Korea, there is too much personality cult and even dynastic politics. There was personality cult in soviet Union when Stalin was leader. This was in China also during Mao's leadership. Actually, this is a trait that needs be checked. There can be strength and weakness everywhere.

Yes this never was a problem with our communist leaders, even the CM of WB with longest record in the power kept a low profile and no one can blame them for family promotions, they never did anything like that.

In my opinion, the success of communism as a political thought depends upon supporting the majority communities of that state, China, North Korea are example, where as in India, Communists are playing the so called secular politics which is based on minority vote bank, this space has been acquired by right wing parties and for this Communism will never rise in India.

Here I wish to add that there was also concept of 'communism' before Karl Marx. Plato also advocated 'communism' but that was far different. He had suggested that the 'political and intellectual class' should have 'common wives' and 'common children' This is known as 'communism of wives'. I have mentioned this in my article on Plato. He also did not favor personal property for the ruling class.
Also in Marxist view itself, the earliest period in human development was 'primitive communism' as there were no means of production, no individual ownership and no concept of individual marriage. The men folk would hunt and women look after internal matters and care of children of the whole tribe. Later feudal system based on land ownership and capitalism based on factory system evolved. Scientific socialism and communism are to follow.